Vegan Sweet Caramel Popcorn
Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistible Vegan Sweet Caramel Popcorn, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite that's perfect for movie nights, parties, or anytime snacking. This recipe features freshly popped popcorn coated in a luscious homemade caramel sauce made with coconut sugar, full-fat coconut milk, and a touch of maple syrup for a rich, buttery flavor without any dairy. Elevated with a hint of vanilla and a sprinkle of sea salt, this treat achieves the perfect balance of sweet and salty. It's quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, and yields a crunchy, golden batch that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome. Serve it fresh or store leftovers for up to three days—if it lasts that long!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 cup Coconut sugar
- 1 cup Coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
Step 2
Add the popcorn kernels to the pot, cover with a lid, and gently shake the pot back and forth to distribute the heat evenly.
Step 3
Continue shaking occasionally until the kernels start popping. Once popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat and transfer the popped corn to a large mixing bowl.
Step 4
In a small saucepan, combine the coconut sugar, coconut milk, and maple syrup. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture begins to simmer.
Step 5
Allow the caramel to simmer for 5-7 minutes without stirring, or until it thickens slightly. Be careful not to let it burn.
Step 6
Remove the caramel saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt.
Step 7
Pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn in the large mixing bowl. Use a silicone spatula to gently toss and coat the popcorn evenly in the caramel.
Step 8
Spread the caramel-coated popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer to cool and harden for 10-15 minutes.
Step 9
Once cooled, break apart any large clusters and serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (640.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2177.2 |
| Total Fat 89.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 74.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 627.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 351.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 272.6g | |
| Protein 17.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 49.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 969.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories